H.R. 553 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
Reducing Over-Classification Act
H.R. 553 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jan 15, 2009, sponsored by Jane Harman.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 15, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 111-258
What it does
Reducing Over-Classification Act - (Sec. 4) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (HSA) to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to designate a Classified Information Advisory Officer to develop and disseminate educational materials and to develop and administer training programs to assist state, local, and tribal governments (including law enforcement agencies) and private sector entities: (1) in developing plans…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 15, 2009
- Passed the HouseFeb 3, 2009
- Passed the SenateSep 27, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentSep 30, 2010
- Became lawOct 7, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-258. (Oct 7, 2010)
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Committees
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
- Homeland Security Committee
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